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Glasgow Necropolis - across the Bridge of Sighshttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16800842790/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:40 -07002015-03-24T10:29:44-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16800842790Glasgow Necropolis - across the Bridge of Sighs<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - primrose pathhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16365927154/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:40 -07002015-03-24T10:28:13-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16365927154Glasgow Necropolis - primrose path<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - and then the foreign exchange students arrived...http://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16802106509/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:39 -07002015-03-24T10:22:01-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16802106509Glasgow Necropolis - and then the foreign exchange students arrived...<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Major Archibald Douglas Monteath mausoleumhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16800848860/
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<p>Monteath served in the East India Company. Allegedly, he made his fortune when an elephant carrying precious gems belonging to a Maharajah was captured and 'relieved' of its load by him. When he died £1,000 was left to build his monument. There was a shortfall, however the Merchants' House gifted the extra land needed and this spectacular mausoleum was built. <br />
Based on the Knights' Templar church of the Holy Sepulchre, experts dispute whether it is modelled on the Jerusalem Church or possibly their Cambridge Church. This 30 foot diameter Neo-Norman rotunda has grotesque faces around the doorway and each niched window has a different design.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:39 -07002015-03-24T10:20:49-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16800848860Glasgow Necropolis - Major Archibald Douglas Monteath mausoleum<p>Monteath served in the East India Company. Allegedly, he made his fortune when an elephant carrying precious gems belonging to a Maharajah was captured and 'relieved' of its load by him. When he died £1,000 was left to build his monument. There was a shortfall, however the Merchants' House gifted the extra land needed and this spectacular mausoleum was built. <br />
Based on the Knights' Templar church of the Holy Sepulchre, experts dispute whether it is modelled on the Jerusalem Church or possibly their Cambridge Church. This 30 foot diameter Neo-Norman rotunda has grotesque faces around the doorway and each niched window has a different design.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Major Archibald Douglas Monteath mausoleumhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16987396851/
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<p>Designed by architect David Cousin, 1842. Neo-Norman design and, unusually, has no writing, lettering or numerals inscribed upon it, giving no clue to its occupants.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:38 -07002015-03-24T10:20:13-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16987396851Glasgow Necropolis - Major Archibald Douglas Monteath mausoleum<p>Designed by architect David Cousin, 1842. Neo-Norman design and, unusually, has no writing, lettering or numerals inscribed upon it, giving no clue to its occupants.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Major Archibald Douglas Monteath mausoleumhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16802111339/
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<p>Neo-Norman rotunda, 1842. Monteath's brother was also interred here in 1850. An unusual design in a cemetery of predominantly classical monuments.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:38 -07002015-03-24T10:19:50-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16802111339Glasgow Necropolis - Major Archibald Douglas Monteath mausoleum<p>Neo-Norman rotunda, 1842. Monteath's brother was also interred here in 1850. An unusual design in a cemetery of predominantly classical monuments.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow mausoleum rotunda monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians neonorman victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Whitelaw monumenthttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16987400051/
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<p>It seems to be a bit of a tradition for pink blooms to be left on this monument. Certainly adds a touch of colour.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:37 -07002015-03-24T10:17:15-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16987400051Glasgow Necropolis - Whitelaw monument<p>It seems to be a bit of a tradition for pink blooms to be left on this monument. Certainly adds a touch of colour.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery angel scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis whitelaw glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolishttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16987401741/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:36 -07002015-03-24T10:10:14-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16987401741Glasgow Necropolis<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Charles Clark Mackirdy monumenthttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16800583948/
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<p>Charles Clark Mackirdy (1811-1891) was the owner of a large cotton spinning company and was buried on Christmas Eve 1891. The monument is based on the popular design of Lysicrates with a Corinthian rotunda and was designed by J. Thomson (senior). The sculptor was David Buchanan.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:36 -07002015-03-24T10:09:51-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16800583948Glasgow Necropolis - Charles Clark Mackirdy monument<p>Charles Clark Mackirdy (1811-1891) was the owner of a large cotton spinning company and was buried on Christmas Eve 1891. The monument is based on the popular design of Lysicrates with a Corinthian rotunda and was designed by J. Thomson (senior). The sculptor was David Buchanan.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolishttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16988299035/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:35 -07002015-03-24T10:08:39-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16988299035Glasgow Necropolis<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Charity carrying a childhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16962359076/
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<p>Detail from the Houldsworth mausoleum, with Glasgow Cathedral in the background.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:35 -07002015-03-24T10:08:02-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16962359076Glasgow Necropolis - Charity carrying a child<p>Detail from the Houldsworth mausoleum, with Glasgow Cathedral in the background.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Wilson & Houldsworth mausoleumshttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16988302145/
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<p>(left) William Rae Wilson mausoleum, designed by J.A. Bell 1849 as a Moorish kiosk.<br />
(right) John Houldsworth of Cranston Hill mausoleum, designed by J. Thomas 1845 in Graeco-Egyptian style.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:34 -07002015-03-24T10:06:33-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16988302145Glasgow Necropolis - Wilson & Houldsworth mausoleums<p>(left) William Rae Wilson mausoleum, designed by J.A. Bell 1849 as a Moorish kiosk.<br />
(right) John Houldsworth of Cranston Hill mausoleum, designed by J. Thomas 1845 in Graeco-Egyptian style.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Whitelaw monumenthttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16368211023/
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<p>Someone has left pink flowers for the Whitelaw monument angel.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:34 -07002015-03-24T10:03:06-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16368211023Glasgow Necropolis - Whitelaw monument<p>Someone has left pink flowers for the Whitelaw monument angel.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery angel scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis whitelaw glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - John Henry Alexander monumenthttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16987411951/
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<p>Designed by J. Hamilton 1851.<br />
Actor, owner and manager of the Theatre Royal in Dunlop Street - uniquely split into two sections so that comedy and tragedy could be played at the same time. One night in 1849, 65 people were killed in a crush caused by someone falsely shouting 'fire', Mr Alexander is said to have roared himself hoarse trying to prevent the disaster and never recovered, as he died shortly after.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:33 -07002015-03-24T10:00:49-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16987411951Glasgow Necropolis - John Henry Alexander monument<p>Designed by J. Hamilton 1851.<br />
Actor, owner and manager of the Theatre Royal in Dunlop Street - uniquely split into two sections so that comedy and tragedy could be played at the same time. One night in 1849, 65 people were killed in a crush caused by someone falsely shouting 'fire', Mr Alexander is said to have roared himself hoarse trying to prevent the disaster and never recovered, as he died shortly after.<br />
<br />
Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - John Knox and Duncan MacFarlanhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16986960772/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:33 -07002015-03-24T09:59:45-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16986960772Glasgow Necropolis - John Knox and Duncan MacFarlan<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis johnknox glaswegians victoriancemetery duncanmacfarlanGlasgow Necropolis in sepiahttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16986961442/
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<p>(foreground) John Dick monument.<br />
Memorial to Reverend Dr John Dick, designed by R. Black, 1838. Reverend Dick died aged 69 of inflammation of the brain caused by an inner ear infection. His remains lie in the Cathedral graveyard.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
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It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:32 -07002015-03-24T10:00:17-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16986961442Glasgow Necropolis in sepia<p>(foreground) John Dick monument.<br />
Memorial to Reverend Dr John Dick, designed by R. Black, 1838. Reverend Dick died aged 69 of inflammation of the brain caused by an inner ear infection. His remains lie in the Cathedral graveyard.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery sepia scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolishttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16962368016/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:32 -07002015-03-24T09:59:09-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16962368016Glasgow Necropolis<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
<br />
The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolishttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16365952694/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:32 -07002015-03-24T09:57:22-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16365952694Glasgow Necropolis<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark red sculpture history cemetery scotland gates glasgow mausoleum monuments tombs necropolis glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - path alongside the Misses Buchanan of Bellfield mausoleumhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16800872750/
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<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
<br />
The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:31 -07002015-03-24T09:56:52-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16800872750Glasgow Necropolis - path alongside the Misses Buchanan of Bellfield mausoleum<p>Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
<br />
The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark sculpture history cemetery scotland glasgow mausoleum buchanan monuments tombs necropolis bellfield glaswegians victoriancemeteryGlasgow Necropolis - Buchanans of Bellfield mausoleumhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/pefkosmad/16800874370/
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<p>Greek astylar mausoleum c.1860 with draped urns built for three sisters, Elizabeth, Jane and Margaret Buchanan.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:34:30 -07002015-03-24T09:56:27-08:00nobody@flickr.com (pefkosmad)tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/16800874370Glasgow Necropolis - Buchanans of Bellfield mausoleum<p>Greek astylar mausoleum c.1860 with draped urns built for three sisters, Elizabeth, Jane and Margaret Buchanan.<br />
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Described as a 'unique representation of Victorian Glasgow, built when Glasgow was the second city of the Empire. It reflects the feeling of confidence and wealth and security of that time'. <br />
<br />
It is a memorial to the merchant patriarchs of the city and contains the remains of almost every eminent Glaswegian of its day. Monuments designed by leading Glaswegian architects including Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, Bryce, Hamilton and Mackintosh adorn it. Their designs are executed by expert masons and sculptors who contributed the ornate and sculptural detail of the finest quality. <br />
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The Necropolis remains one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, exceptional in its contribution to the townscape, its symbolic relationship to Glasgow Cathedral and to the medieval heart of the city. It is a major attraction to visitors from the UK and overseas.</p>pefkosmadpark blue sculpture history cemetery scotland gates glasgow mausoleum buchanan monuments tombs necropolis bellfield glaswegians victoriancemetery